AI & Data-Driven Cross-Functional Project Lead

Vizient, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives across the full project lifecycle, with an emphasis on AI-enabled and data-driven work.

You will collaborate with clients, operational leaders, and technical partners to translate business needs into actionable plans and drive delivery. You will apply critical thinking and analytics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, manage scope, timelines, budgets, and risk, and communicate status clearly to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in project management.
• Experience supporting or managing cross-functional projects through the project lifecycle.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with AI, automation, or advanced analytics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional teams throughout the full project lifecycle, with emphasis on AI-enabled and data-driven initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with operational leaders, clients, and technical partners.
• Translate business needs into actionable project plans and identify opportunities to leverage AI or automation.
• Drive project decisions on scope, timelines, quality, budget, and outcomes in evolving environments.
• Manage governance, reviews, and approvals to ensure deliverables are documented and compliant from initiation to completion.
• Communicate project status, risks, dependencies, decisions, and actions clearly to stakeholders.
• Monitor emerging AI trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in delivery.

Skills

Cross-functional project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

AI-awareness

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives across the full project lifecycle, with an emphasis on AI-enabled and data-driven work.

You will collaborate with clients, operational leaders, and technical partners to translate business needs into actionable plans and drive delivery. You will apply critical thinking and analytics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, manage scope, timelines, budgets, and risk, and communicate status clearly to